Recreation

Browse recommendations for recreational activities in Long Island. Read reviews and guides for beaches, parks, fitness, and more on Newsday.com.

On Friday, Julie Diamond, director of communications at the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook, explained the importance of the museum's new exhibit “Long Road to Freedom: Surviving Slavery on Long Island." The exhibit features more than 100 items, including paintings, photographs, furniture, tools and documents. There will also be a symposium on March 9. (Credit: Newsday / Shelby Knowles)

Wineries LI wineries offering VIP tastings
Even in winter, wine tasting parties uncork a host of amenities, including rooms with private tables.
2/15/19
Pets Here are all of the dog parks on Long Island
From amenities to park tips, we've rounded up everything you need to know before you take Fido out for an afternoon of outdoor fun.
2/15/19
Jessica Damiano What to do in the garden in March
Here is a tip or chore for every day.
2/15/19
Recreation Places we loved on Long Island
Take a stroll down Long Island's memory lane with us.
2/15/19
Family LI indoor pools where you can swim without a membership
Take a dip without needing a membership card.
2/15/19
Long Island Getaways Off-season hot spots for 20-somethings
If you’re a member of Long Island’s millennial crowd looking for popular stops where the crowd leans under-30 in age, check out these spots.
2/15/19
Long Island Events 'Into the Wild Live,' more LI fun this week
Looking for things to do on Long Island? We’ve rounded up the best concerts, fairs, festivals, parties and cultural events going on in Nassau and Suffolk.
2/14/19
Family 24 new places for kids, parents on LI
Some of the most recent, family-friendly spots that opened on LI.
2/14/19
Long Island Getaways Hotels on LI with indoor pools
Here are some Long Island hotels with pools for use by overnight guests only.
2/14/19
Recreation LIer's quilts honor African-American history
More than a dozen quilts will be on display in Freeport through March 10.
2/14/19